Centre Says Voter ID, Not Aadhaar, Will Decide Scheme Benefits
A minister in the Modi government has said that benefits under welfare schemes will be decided by Voter ID instead of Aadhaar. Rahul Gandhi has responded by calling the move a conspiracy and saying it amounts to rights theft. The remark has drawn a sharp political reaction.
Context
Context: Aadhaar is the 12-digit identity number used for many government benefits, while Voter ID is the card issued for electoral rolls. Any change in which document decides benefits can affect millions of people who depend on schemes.
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